The Hobbit is a fantasy novel written by J.R.R. Tolkien. It follows the journey of Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the fearsome dragon Smaug. The cover of The Hobbit features a beautiful illustration of Bilbo Baggins standing in front of a mystical landscape, capturing the essence of the adventure that awaits within the pages.